It is what it is—except when it isn’t. History is subjective—the story of happenings from differing points of view. This is a quick look at over 150 years of Tulsa history. You’ll get a condensed version of how the city grew from a small Indian settlement to a modern metropolis.
Like the history of our country, there were bumps along the way. When times were tough, Tulsans were tougher. And neighbor helping neighbor has always been a way of life here.
Tulsa, both past and present, has been blessed with visionaries. That’s why, today, Tulsa is moving forward with green initiatives and concern for the environment, promoting responsible development, continuing its unwavering support of the arts, embracing diversity, and making the city a great place to live.